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15 Gratin Recipes to Satisfy Your Cheese Cravings

Cheesy gratin recipes have the power to fill your belly and simply make you happy. From the alpine charm of a traditional tartiflette to the creamy indulgence of scalloped potatoes, check out these 15 recipes that are a delicious blend of hearty ingredients and creamy sauces.

1. Chicken-Cauliflower Gratin with Kale and Blue Cheese

Indulge in this cozy but elegant-looking dish. Tender chicken breasts stuffed with cauliflower florets are enveloped in a rich sauce featuring the bold flavour of Comté cheese. Topped with crunchy hazelnuts and blue cheese crumbs, every bite will have you craving another!

2. Tartiflette

Savour the taste of the French Alps with this classic tartiflette recipe. Layers of tender potatoes, smoky bacon and creamy Reblochon cheese come together in a mouth-watering dish. Perfect for a cozy evening at home.

3. Scalloped Potatoes (The Best)

Elevate your side dish game with our best-ever recipe for scalloped potatoes. Thinly sliced potatoes swim in a velvety cream sauce that’s infused with garlic and nutmeg, and then the dish is baked to golden perfection. It’s so comforting and deliciously cheesy, forget the side dish aspect; we’ll eat the whole thing as our main!

4. Endive and Bacon Gratin

Braised endive leaves are bathed in a creamy béchamel sauce featuring nutty Emmental cheese and then baked in the oven. Topped with crisp bacon and fresh chives, this delightful dish is rich and comforting.

5. Cauliflower Gratin

Indulge in cheesy goodness with this effortless cauliflower gratin recipe. Tender cauliflower florets are blanketed in a creamy, cheese-laden béchamel sauce that’s both decadent and easy to prepare. With just a small number of ingredients, this simple yet satisfying side brings comfort in each bite.

6. Spinach and Mashed Potatoes au Gratin

This recipe marries the hearty goodness of mashed potatoes with the comforting flavours of creamed spinach. The former provides a smooth and velvety base, while the vibrant spinach adds a pop of colour and earthy flavour. Topped with slices of raclette cheese and parsley butter, this dish is the ultimate embodiment of comfort food.

7. Potato and Onion Soup Au Gratin

Warm up to this hearty combination of potatoes, leek and caramelized onions. Simmered in a creamy broth and topped with a blanket of melted cheese, each spoonful is like a comforting hug on a cold day.

8. Squash and Leek Rigatoni au Gratin

This is one of our most popular pasta recipes, and for good reason! Tender rigatoni pasta is combined with leeks, roasted squash and spinach, and then bathed in a creamy béchamel sauce. Topped with cheese and baked until golden brown, it’s creamy, delicious and wholesome. The whole family is sure to love it.

9. Vegetable Gratin

Add some richness to sweet potato, cauliflower and broccoli with this flavourful gratin. With a béchamel sauce, garlic powder and lots of cheese, this dish will be a hit with the whole family.

10. Squash Gratin with Parmesan Crumble

Squash marries very well with cheese. Serve it a bit differently by combining it with green apples and topping it all with a Parmesan cheese crumble. It’s the perfect side dish for meats and fish.

11. Oysters Au Gratin

Other than on their own or with a mignonette, oysters are also delicious when served gratin-style. With a combination of cream, spinach, parsley and Parmesan, they’ll be a hit at your next happy hour.

12. Meatball and Ratatouille Gratin

This hearty meal consists of ratatouille, meatballs and mini bocconcini. The whole is elevated with the addition of croutons, olive oil, pecorino cheese and cherry tomatoes. It’s the perfect weeknight meal that can be prepared ahead of time.

13. Cauliflower and Spelt Gratin

Combining the finesse of a béchamel sauce and cauliflower with the texture of spelt and melty gruyère, this velvety comfort dish will be enjoyed by all.

14. Cabbage Boats Au Gratin

This cheesy cabbage recipe is a great way to keep things simple but still feel like you’re in for a treat! Elevate the mildness and crunch of the blanched vegetable with a béchamel sauce and gouda. Perfect for cold winter nights.

15. French Onion and Tomato Soup

French onion soup with a French classic celebrated for its taste. By adding tomatoes, port and a good amount of gruyère, this soup is transformed into a hearty dish that’ll warm you up in just a few spoonfuls.

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